Torta della Nonna - Vegetarian

The Torta della Nonna, or Grandmother's Custard Tart, is a beloved Italian dessert that combines the comforting flavors of homemade custard with the subtle crunch of pine nuts. With a golden, flaky crust encasing a rich, creamy filling, this tart is as visually appealing as it is delicious.

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Temps de préparation 30

Temps de cuisson 45

Temps total 1

Type de plat Dessert

Cuisine Italian

Portions servings

Calories 350 kcal

Ingrédients

2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed

1 large egg

1 large egg yolk

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 pinch pinch salt

2 cups whole milk

1/2 cup granulated sugar

4 large egg yolks

1/4 cup cornstarch

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 cup pine nuts

Powdered sugar sugar for dusting

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large bowl, combine the flour, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and salt. Mix until well combined.
Add the chilled butter cubes to the flour mixture and rub together with your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
Add 1 large egg, 1 large egg yolk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the mixture. Mix until the dough comes together to form a ball. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
For the custard, heat the whole milk in a saucepan until almost boiling.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the 4 large egg yolks and 1/2 cup granulated sugar until pale and creamy. Add the cornstarch and whisk until smooth.
Slowly pour the hot milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to temper the eggs.
Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Let the custard cool.
Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface and fit it into a tart pans. Trim the edges and prick the base with a fork.
Spread the cooled custard evenly over the tart base.
Sprinkle the pine nuts over the custard.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the pine nuts are lightly browned.
Allow the tart to cool completely, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition (per 100g)

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Torta della Nonna – Vegetarian